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divisive

[dih-vahy-siv, -vis-iv] / dɪˈvaɪ sɪv, -ˈvɪs ɪv /
ADJECTIVE
dissenting
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Beyond experts in communication, the trend of having to text before you call is also divisive.

From Salon ● Sep. 30, 2026

Senate that it has tightened the requirements for police officers and other users to access and search its database of billions of license plates amid growing concerns about misuse of its divisive product.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 23, 2026

As divisive as the phrase "United DNA" is, it undoubtedly remains a key part of the conversation about United both externally and internally.

From BBC ● Sep. 16, 2026

Katseye has never been bigger or more divisive.

From Slate ● Aug. 24, 2026

His Reconstruction policies were bitterly divisive, to the point that he warred openly with Congress.

From "Lincoln's Last Days: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever" by Bill O'Reilly




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